Smartphone Security

Smartphone Security

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Smartphone overview› Platform comparison

App Construction Smartphone malware and viruses Security threats Keeping your Smartphone clean

Going Mobile

Operating Systems 3 Major Phone

Operating Systems1. iSO2. Andriod3. Windows Phone

Video

http://youtu.be/6XIEqFp2gtY

Platform Comparison

Applications

App Construction

Choose a platform xCode for iOS Java/Python for Android

Browse app store for ideas Register to be an app developer Download guides/tutorials online Test app frequently throughout

creation

Smartphone Viruses and Malware Unwanted Executable File

› Spreads via app downloads› Multimedia Messaging Service(MMS)

attachments› Bluetooth transfers

Common Virus Spreading Activities App downloading Uploading

information from computer

File transfer between phones (Bluetooth)

Android Poses Security Risk

Malware Architect’s Dream› Apps are often rushed to the market› Creates a potential window for nasty apps

to slip through http://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKogTGD9ikg

Droid Security Risks AWOL Androids Flimsy passwords Naked data Unsafe surfing

(Lack of visibility and control, especially Facebook)

Nosey apps Repackaged and

fraudulent apps Android malware Fake anti-malware

(rogue antivirus) Lack of visibility

and control

Biggest Threat Clicking on links

that lead to downloading viruses and malware

Target Locked Symbian is the

leading target for attacks

Many viruses are developed in Russia and China, much like they are for PC

Special Guests (common viruses)

Droid Dream SW Secure Phone Geinimi

› Botnet-like composure› Trojan that compromises significant

amounts of personal data off phone

Ikee Worm

Affects jailbroken iPhones

Changes background to picture of Rick Astley

Result of user not changing default password for phone

Moral of the story – don’t jailbreak phones

3D Anti-Terrorist PDA Poker Art

Windows Mobile attacker Masks itself as an app Makes phone call internationally,

racking up bills

Keeping Smartphones Secure Don’t jailbreak or

alter devices Don’t install

suspicious apps Avoid unreliable

websites Install virus

vaccines Utilize secure Wi-Fi Turn off Bluetooth

when not in use

iPhone Tips

Enable auto-lock Enable passcode lock Use Wi-Fi safely Browse via Safari Set device usage restrictions

Use Protection1. BullGuard 2. SMobile 3. Kaspersky 4. ESET 5. Lookout Premium

6. Norton7. F-Secure8. BitDefender9. NetQin10. SimWorks

Norton Smartphone Security 5.0 Pros

› Provides malware protection and security if lost or stolen

Cons› Lacks GPS locate

device if lost or stolen

BullGuard Antivirus http://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTu1wHtHqoI&feature=BF&list=PLB9404F6CCA3CF70B&index=3

Take Away

Best defense is a good offense. › Install updates ASAP› Avoid apps from websites you don’t trust› Surf Smart

Questions?

Citations http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/312712/mobile-phone-viruses-al

ert http://www.bnet.com/blog/technology-business/mobile-malware-

symbian-is-worst-apple-and-google-nearly-tied/9590 http://www.csoonline.com/article/653413/facebook-is-biggest-m

obile-malware-threat-says-security-firm http://www.azfamily.com/community/blogs/personal-technology/

How-to-protect-your-smartphone-from-viruses-and-malware-118370124.html

http://www.esecurityplanet.com/article.php/3928646/Top-10-Android-Security-Risks.htm

http://www.bnet.com/blog/technology-business/want-to-protect-your-emails-don-8217t-use-these-11-android-and-iphone-email-apps/8296?tag=content;drawer-container

http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20110322006179/en/AVG-Study-Reveals-Alarming-Complacency-Users-Mobile

http://fbtubt.wordpress.com/ http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2009/11/08/iphone-worm-disco

vered-wallpaper-rick-astley-photo/